The Steelers countdown to kickoff is here — and we’re at 46 days until Pittsburgh faces off against the New York Jets at MetLife Stadium.
The Steelers countdown to kickoff is here — and we’re at 46 days until Pittsburgh faces off against the New York Jets at MetLife Stadium. In the spirit of the countdown, we’re taking a look at the history of No. 46 and the players who wore it best.
Current Steelers No. 46 wearer: LS Christian Kuntz
Long snapper Christian Kuntz is the current No. 46 wearer on the Steelers. A vital part of the special teams unit, Kuntz has played in 68 games over his four-year NFL career in Pittsburgh and signed a three-year extension in March 2024.
Last five Steelers to wear No. 46:
- Christian Kuntz, 2021–2024
- Matthew Thomas, 2018
- Will Johnson, 2012–2015
- Patrick Bailey, 2008
- Dante Brown, 2004
Best No. 46 in Steelers history: RB Reggie Harrison
No. 46 doesn't have the storied Steelers history of other historic jersey numbers — but the best to ever wear it was without a doubt RB Reggie Harrison. During his time in Pittsburgh from 1974 to 1977, Harrison played in 44 games over four seasons with the Steelers — winning two Super Bowls along the way. One of his greatest contributions came in Super Bowl X, when he blocked a punt against the Cowboys — resulting in a safety that cut the Cowboys' lead to 10–9. The Steelers would go on to win 21–17, thanks in part to that game-changing play. Harrison's career 631 rushing yards and eight touchdowns don't jump off the stat page — but it doesn't change the impact he's made for the Steel City-brand of football.
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This article originally appeared on Steelers Wire: Steelers countdown to kickoff — No. 46: history behind the jersey
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